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Monday, May 5, 2014

BATATA NU SHAAK / RASAVALU BATATA NU SHAAK (GUJARATI STYLE)

BATATA NU SHAAK,RASAVALU  BATATA NU SHAAK (GUJARATI STYLE)

This is a Gujarati style curry(shaak) / gravy(rasavalu) with potato(batata). It has a distinct flavour, despite its simplicity.

INGREDIENTS:

Potato - 3
Tomato - 2
Mustard seeds - 1/4 tsp. 
Cumin seeds - 1/2 tsp.
Turmeric powder - 1/8 tsp.
Chilli powder  - 3/4 tsp.
Coriander & cumin seeds powder - 1 tsp.
Garam masala powder - 1 tsp.
Asafoetida - a pinch
Oil - 4 tsp.
Salt - to taste
For garnishing: 
Coriander leaves - few


METHOD:

Peel and cut potato into cubes. Chop tomatoes.  In a pressure pan, heat oil. Add mustard seeds, when they crackle add cumin seeds, turmeric powder and  tomatoes. Sauté for a minute. Now add all other ingredients and mix well. Add a cup of water. Pressure cook in high flame for 2 whistles. Garnish with coriander leaves. Serve hot  with phulkas and pooris. Goes well with hot rice.